Texas Special Session may end early; these big bills are being pushed through
Among the bills nearing law is HB 8, eliminating the STAAR test in the state of Texas.
Among the bills nearing law is HB 8, eliminating the STAAR test in the state of Texas.
John Cornyn comments on redistricting and Ken Paxton | Texas: The Issue
Senator John Cornyn talks about redistricting efforts in Texas and takes a jab at his competitor, Ken Paxton, in this week’s episode of Texas: The Issue Is.
Senator John Cornyn talks about redistricting efforts in Texas and takes a jab at his competitor, Ken Paxton, in this week’s episode of Texas: The Issue Is.
New Texas bill makes it illegal to sell, market THC vape pens
Monday, Sept. 1 marked the beginning of a new chapter by putting an end to one of the most popular THC products on the market, vape pens.
Monday, Sept. 1 marked the beginning of a new chapter by putting an end to one of the most popular THC products on the market, vape pens.
New Texas laws brings new management for Texas Lottery
Administrators with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation have officially taken over management of the lottery commission.
Administrators with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation have officially taken over management of the lottery commission.
From classrooms to vapes: Texas's 800+ new laws take effect
Starting September 1st, over 800 new Texas laws take effect, bringing major changes to education, crime, and THC regulations.
Starting September 1st, over 800 new Texas laws take effect, bringing major changes to education, crime, and THC regulations.
Bill clamping down on abortion pills nears Gov. Abbott's desk
The Texas House passed a bill that would allow private citizens to sue anyone who makes, distributes or mails abortion medication to Texas.
The Texas House passed a bill that would allow private citizens to sue anyone who makes, distributes or mails abortion medication to Texas.
New Texas laws in effect September 1, 2025: Marijuana, schools, crimes
More than 800 new laws go into effect in Texas on September 1. Here's a look at some of the ones that will impact students, crimes, the medical marijuana program and more.
More than 800 new laws go into effect in Texas on September 1. Here's a look at some of the ones that will impact students, crimes, the medical marijuana program and more.
Gov. Greg Abbott signs redistricting bill: 'Texas will be more RED in Congress'
Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4 into law, creating a new congressional map for Texas to give Republicans more seats in Congress.
Governor Greg Abbott has signed House Bill 4 into law, creating a new congressional map for Texas to give Republicans more seats in Congress.
Texas House passes 'bathroom bill' aimed at trans people, now with quintupled penalties
The Texas House has passed a bill that would bar transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.
The Texas House has passed a bill that would bar transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.
Medical marijuana expansion in Texas starts Sept. 1; hemp bills remain stalled
More than 700 new Texas laws will go into effect on September 1. Among them is House Bill 46, which expands the medical marijuana program known as TCUP.
More than 700 new Texas laws will go into effect on September 1. Among them is House Bill 46, which expands the medical marijuana program known as TCUP.
Gov. Abbott signs 3 bills to protect Texans from foreign adversaries
Gov. Greg Abbott signed three bills into law aimed at protecting Texans against threats from hostile foreign adversaries.
Gov. Greg Abbott signed three bills into law aimed at protecting Texans against threats from hostile foreign adversaries.
Texas bill to create flood warning sirens clears critical vote in House
Senate Bill 3 creates a grant program for warning sirens in communities that have a high risk of flooding.
Senate Bill 3 creates a grant program for warning sirens in communities that have a high risk of flooding.
Texas students, analysts have conflicting opinions on proposal to replace STAAR test
Texas lawmakers are trying to replace one big STAAR test in public schools with three shorter tests. House Bill 8 is set for a floor debate on Tuesday, August 26.
Texas lawmakers are trying to replace one big STAAR test in public schools with three shorter tests. House Bill 8 is set for a floor debate on Tuesday, August 26.
Greg Casar announces reelection campaign, continues fight against new congressional maps
U.S. Representative Greg Casar, of Austin, has announced his reelection campaign. He also continues to pushback on the new congressional maps that were passed by the Texas Legislature.
U.S. Representative Greg Casar, of Austin, has announced his reelection campaign. He also continues to pushback on the new congressional maps that were passed by the Texas Legislature.
New Texas congressional map faces court challenge over gerrymandering claims
A legal challenge has been filed against Texas's newly enacted congressional map, which plaintiffs claim is an unconstitutional racial gerrymander that dilutes the voting power of communities of color.
A legal challenge has been filed against Texas's newly enacted congressional map, which plaintiffs claim is an unconstitutional racial gerrymander that dilutes the voting power of communities of color.
Federal lawsuit filed before new Texas districts signed into law
Just hours after the Texas Senate passed redrawn congressional maps, they have already been challenged in federal court.
Just hours after the Texas Senate passed redrawn congressional maps, they have already been challenged in federal court.
Texas Senate sends redrawn congressional maps to Gov. Abbott's desk
The Texas Senate approved a new congressional map early Saturday morning after an attempt to filibuster the bill by Democrats was countered by Republicans.
The Texas Senate approved a new congressional map early Saturday morning after an attempt to filibuster the bill by Democrats was countered by Republicans.
Texas special session: Filibuster threat, tense committee hearings cap off big week
The Texas special session continues with the Senate taking up congressional redistricting and the House discussed ivermectin, abortion pills and bathroom access.
The Texas special session continues with the Senate taking up congressional redistricting and the House discussed ivermectin, abortion pills and bathroom access.
Texas bathroom bill sparks heated testimony in House committee
Tensions ran high at a Texas House committee hearing over a bill that would bar transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.
Tensions ran high at a Texas House committee hearing over a bill that would bar transgender people from using bathrooms in government buildings that align with their gender identities.
Protections for camps in Texas floodplains pass House, Senate near unanimously
The new protections come after the devastating July Fourth floods in the Texas Hill Country that claimed the lives of dozens of young campers.
The new protections come after the devastating July Fourth floods in the Texas Hill Country that claimed the lives of dozens of young campers.